Construction of Jewish settlements is hurdle in the way of peaceInternational Desk: Government of Portugal, while expressing regret on the construction of Jewish settlements by Israel government at west bank of Jordan, said that construction of these settlements is real hurdle in the way of establishing two independent states.

Shabestan news agency has reported with reference of Palestinian information center that Government of Portugal has demanded from Zionist government to review its decision related to the construction of Jewish settlements at west bank of Jordan.

This statement added that construction of Jewish settlements is real hurdle in the way of establishing two independent states.

Government of Portugal has clearly said that construction of Jewish settlements at west bank of Jordan and eastern Jerusalem is clear violation of international laws.

Government of Portugal has demanded from all parties to avoid unilateral actions because it is possible that such actions would lead to new clash in occupied Palestine.